Authentic Malaysian flavors in NYC, famous for Hainanese chicken & beef rendang. A hidden gem with a huge menu.
Nyonya is a beloved Malaysian restaurant offering an extensive menu of authentic flavors, making it a go-to spot for many. It's particularly celebrated for its Hainanese chicken and rich beef rendang, dishes that have garnered a loyal following. Other recommended dishes include the Prawn Mee and crispy coconut prawns, all served in a casual, brick-walled setting. Many consider it a gem for its consistently delicious and flavorful Malaysian cuisine.
Nyonya offers a wide array of authentic Malaysian dishes, with many customers specifically recommending the Hainanese chicken and the beef rendang. Other highlights include Prawn Mee, chow kueh teow, and crispy coconut prawns. While generally highly praised, one comment noted the flavors leaning towards pan-Chinese or Cantonese.
"Highly recommended dishes include Hainanese chicken, beef rendang, Prawn Mee, chow kueh teow, and crispy coconut prawns."
Customers generally have a very positive view of Nyonya, praising its delicious and authentic Malaysian cuisine. It's noted as a reliable favorite for specific dishes like Hainanese chicken and beef rendang, and is often described as a hidden gem or a long-standing local favorite.
Important Note
The restaurant is cash only.
"Nyona is mentioned as a favorite for Hainanese chicken in the city."
Positive"Nyonya is recommended for its Malaysian style fried fish, which is also available steamed."
Positive"The original poster notes that Nyo Nya is unfortunately too substantial for a food crawl focused on light bites."
Neutral"A user considers the beef rendang at Nyonya one of their favorite dishes to eat anywhere."
Positive"A user praises the OP's restaurant choices, noting that Nyonya has "fed generations," implying a long-standing positive reputation."
Positive"A user describes Nyonya as a "gem" and a place they frequently visited during college, indicating a consistently positive experience over time."
Positive"This Malaysian restaurant was an easy first choice for the family, with a long-standing positive reputation with the OP's wife. Overall, the meal was positive."
Positive"The OP recommends Nyonya in Chinatown for good Nasi Lemak and sambal, noting it's hard to find good versions in NYC. They also mention Nyonya has a large menu and is cash only."
Positive"The original poster (OP) listed Nyonya as a restaurant in NYC they have previously enjoyed."
Positive"Considers Nyonya their favorite for Hainan chicken and spicy Thai chicken rice."
Positive"Recommends Nyonya."
Positive"Seconds the recommendation of Nyonya."
Positive"Recommends Nyonya on Grand."
Positive"Recommends Nyonya on Grand St."
Positive"Finds Nyonya's flavors to be pan-Chinese, almost Cantonese."
Neutral"Describes Nyonya as amazing, affordable, delicious, with a huge menu and friendly staff, but cash only."
Positive"Lists Nyonya as a place for Hainanese chicken."
Neutral"Nyonya? I'm not too familiar with teochew, but I know Singapore is related."
Neutral"In college my friends would always get each other the strawberry shortcake from Pan Ya near astor place."
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